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Rep. Crockett mocks Abbott’s disability, sparks backlash

5/1/2026

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett posted a video on X mocking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s disability, referencing his 1990s accident.
Crockett said the comments aimed at Abbott’s immigration stance, not his disability, and expressed surprise at criticism from supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Critics on social media and Fox News labeled the video offensive and mocked Crockett.
Crockett, who lost a Democratic Senate primary in March, will leave Congress in 2027.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett posted a video on X mocking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s disability, referencing his 1990s accident.
Crockett said the comments aimed at Abbott’s immigration stance, not his disability, and expressed surprise at criticism from supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Critics on social media and Fox News labeled the video offensive and mocked Crockett.
Crockett, who lost a Democratic Senate primary in March, will leave Congress in 2027.